McCarthy Stone Foundation Dementia Grants Programme

by Libby Mahoney

The Foundation will be awarding grants of up to £7,500 to more than 20 dementia clubs and memory cafés across the country. These organisations play a vital role in supporting people living with dementia and their carers within local communities.

Grant applications are now open and will close on Friday 13 March 2026.

Final recommendations will be agreed by the Trustees by 30 April 2026.

All applicants will be informed of the outcome within two working days of Trustee approval. Grant payments will be made by the first week of June.

Before you apply – quick checklist

Are you a registered charity, a constituted community group, or a Community Interest Company (CIC) limited by guarantee?
Do you have an annual income of less than £250,000?
Do you work with adults aged 65+ living with dementia and/or their carers?
Are you able to demonstrate local need, ideally in areas affected by deprivation?
Can you provide financial information if requested later in the process (annual report, latest accounts, or committee-approved financial summary)?

If you can answer yes to all of these, you are eligible to apply.

For more information click here.